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Senior Pastor, Scot Longyear, explores the often-misunderstood concept of “the call” from God, showing that it isn't limited to full-time ministry but is something all followers of Jesus have.
12 Points Campus Pastor, Dan Gisel, encourages believers facing crisis—whether through illness, addiction, loss, or hardship—to trust in God's providence, engage in earnest prayer, and remember that perfection is not required to witness a miracle. Drawing from Acts 12, it highlights how God's sovereignty, the power of prayer, and the willingness to participate—even with doubt—can bring about miraculous breakthroughs.
HWY 46 Campus Pastor, Jim Pendleton, reflects on what Acts chapter 11 can teach us about the early church, and how it still applies today. Caring is just the beginning; God expects us to also take action.
God reaches out to those who are often overlooked: the forgotten, the grieving, and the different. God demonstrates His boundless love and power, affirming that no one is beyond His care or inclusion.
Saul encounters Jesus on his way to Damascus, and his life changes completely. What can we learn from this amazing face-to-face interaction with a risen Savior? MCC Elder, Mike Goetschel, shares some great insights from Acts 9.
The story of Saul's transformation in Acts 9 reminds us that no one is beyond the reach of Jesus—transformation begins when Jesus chases, continues when we encounter Him, and multiplies when disciples disciple others.
MCC Elder, Bill Koehler, joins the podcast again to look at the final section of Acts chapter 8 where Philip encounters another traveler reading his Bible. We learn a little about how and why we should listen to God in our daily lives.
Pastor Scot highlights the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch from Acts chapter 8 to illustrate two types of people: the "Sent" and the "Searching." God uses both in his beautiful plan to build His church.
Last Sunday was Easter and that means new commitments to Christ and lots of baptisms. But what should a brand new Christian do next? Pastor Scot joins the pod to share some tips to help you grow and connect to the Lord in your first weeks as a believer.
Last Sunday was Easter and that means new commitments to Christ and lots of baptisms. But what should a brand new Christian do next? Pastor Scot joins the pod to share some tips to help you grow and connect to the Lord in your first weeks as a believer.
After Stephen's death the church is scattered. Was this God's plan all along? Student Pastor, Vince Chan, joins the pod to dig into Acts chapter 8.
After Stephen's death the church is scattered. Was this God's plan all along? Student Pastor, Vince Chan, joins the pod to dig into Acts chapter 8.
Dan Gisel, our 12 PTS Campus Pastor shared three points from the book of Acts on how to thrive in hardship.
Dan Gisel, our 12 PTS Campus Pastor shared three points from the book of Acts on how to thrive in hardship.
What is the scariest storm you have been in? God doesn't guarantee we won't have storms in our lives, and the account of Stephen in the book of Acts is an example of this. Spoiler alert: Stephen dies. So what do we do with that? Does God care when we face opposition? Pastor Telle and guest-of-the-pod, Sam Roten (ie. MCC's IT & Systems Director) discuss this powerful story of martyrdom.
What is the scariest storm you have been in? God doesn't guarantee we won't have storms in our lives, and the account of Stephen in the book of Acts is an example of this. Spoiler alert: Stephen dies. So what do we do with that? Does God care when we face opposition? Pastor Telle and guest-of-the-pod, Sam Roten (ie. MCC's IT & Systems Director) discuss this powerful story of martyrdom.
Pastor Scot uses Acts 7 to answer the question "What am I supposed to do when life is hard?"
Pastor Scot uses Acts 7 to answer the question "What am I supposed to do when life is hard?"
Pastor Scot returns from his study break and reflects on his message over Acts chapter 5. Why should we obey God? Why is it hard? What are the benefits? Lots to think about...
Pastor Scot returns from his study break and reflects on his message over Acts chapter 5. Why should we obey God? Why is it hard? What are the benefits? Lots to think about...
Another MCC staffer joins the podcast with a dive into Acts 5. Lindsay Scherb has served in MCC Kids for the last 12 years. She brings a lot of fun and insight to the story of Ananias and Sapphira who, spoiler alert, die in a unique situation.
Another MCC staffer joins the podcast with a dive into Acts 5. Lindsay Scherb has served in MCC Kids for the last 12 years. She brings a lot of fun and insight to the story of Ananias and Sapphira who, spoiler alert, die in a unique situation.
Special guest Cam Huxford, Pastor Emeritus from Compassion Christian Church in Georgia preaches on the story from Acts 5 regarding Barnabas and Ananias - discussing the importance of integrity to the early Christians, as well as today.
Special guest Cam Huxford, Pastor Emeritus from Compassion Christian Church in Georgia preaches on the story from Acts 5 regarding Barnabas and Ananias - discussing the importance of integrity to the early Christians, as well as today.
How is faith and courage different, and why is it important to have both? The apostles prayed for boldness through the power of the Holy Spirit, and we should, too. Pastor Ben Cachiaras preached on Acts 4 this past weekend, and today we bring him on the pod to continue the conversation.
How is faith and courage different, and why is it important to have both? The apostles prayed for boldness through the power of the Holy Spirit, and we should, too. Pastor Ben Cachiaras preached on Acts 4 this past weekend, and today we bring him on the pod to continue the conversation.
MCC hosted a special guest this weekend, all the way from Possum Trot, Texas! Bishop W.C. Martin's small church, inspired by the prompting of the Holy Ghot, sponsored 77 foster children in need in just 23 families. Their story inspired Angel Studios to do a film "The Sound of Hope; the Story of Possum Trot".
MCC hosted a special guest this weekend, all the way from Possum Trot, Texas! Bishop W.C. Martin's small church, inspired by the prompting of the Holy Ghot, sponsored 77 foster children in need in just 23 families. Their story inspired Angel Studios to do a film "The Sound of Hope; the Story of Possum Trot".
How did the early Church spend their days in the beginning? What was truly important to them? On today's pod we tie up chapter 2 in Acts and look at how early Christians lived immediately following their encounter with the Holy Spirit.
How did the early Church spend their days in the beginning? What was truly important to them? On today's pod we tie up chapter 2 in Acts and look at how early Christians lived immediately following their encounter with the Holy Spirit.
Guest preacher Brady Boyd, Sr. Pastor of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, CO dives deeper into the book of Acts to look further into the foundational things God uses to grow his Church.
Guest preacher Brady Boyd, Sr. Pastor of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, CO dives deeper into the book of Acts to look further into the foundational things God uses to grow his Church.
This week's scripture is Acts 2:14-41. MCC Elder and local YFC Director, Tim Ramseier, sits down to discuss Peter's sermon that follows the apostle's encounter with the Holy Spirit in the upper room. What can we learn from this moment to help us in sharing our faith with others today?
This week's scripture is Acts 2:14-41. MCC Elder and local YFC Director, Tim Ramseier, sits down to discuss Peter's sermon that follows the apostle's encounter with the Holy Spirit in the upper room. What can we learn from this moment to help us in sharing our faith with others today?
Bill served as a missionary in Hungry for 15 years, and has been an elder at MCC since 2010. Today we dig into Acts chapter 2, talk his experiences with the Holy Spirit, and explore how God wants us to know more about who He is.
Bill served as a missionary in Hungry for 15 years, and has been an elder at MCC since 2010. Today we dig into Acts chapter 2, talk his experiences with the Holy Spirit, and explore how God wants us to know more about who He is.
On today's pod we discuss Acts 1:1-11 and look at what the disciples experienced before Christ ascended to heaven. Grab your Bible and sit down with us to look at what we can learn from their experience with Jesus.
On today's pod we discuss Acts 1:1-11 and look at what the disciples experienced before Christ ascended to heaven. Grab your Bible and sit down with us to look at what we can learn from their experience with Jesus.